“We’re seeing rapid transformation across farm and food technology, including advances in areas like AI and process digitisation.”
“SMEs play an important role in this transformation, but many are still navigating how to progress early-stage ideas, reduce risk and access the right expertise.”
Dr Ingrid Appelqvist, Senior Principal Food Material Scientist at CSIRO
The new Innovate to Grow: Farm & Food Technology program from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) offers your business the tools, networks and confidence to turn your emerging opportunities into well-defined R&D pathways.
What’s included in the program?
The program includes free online learning modules to help your business get up to speed with the latest digitisation techniques, alongside support from expert facilitators.
You’ll get guidance to help bring your research and development (R&D) processes into the 21st century, alongside a wealth of networking opportunities in the sector.
Who can apply for the programme?
The program is aimed at farm and food technology businesses that would benefit from an improved understanding and application of digital technologies within their R&D processes.
It’s suitable for SMEs developing or supplying solutions in:
– Agritech and AI
– Food and beverage manufacturing, packaging and transport
– Livestock and aquaculture
– Value-add products
– Waste optimisation and recycling
– Energy reduction and circular economy
– Other emerging farm and food technology applications.
Applications close on 15 February 2026
You can apply for the Innovate to Grow: Farm and Food Technology programme through the CSIRO website. The online course lasts for 8 weeks, is free to take part in and is an ideal learning experience for any SMEs working on innovative ideas in farm and food technology.
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